Foster America

True transformation of the child welfare system can't happen without those who have experienced it leading the way. If you were impacted by the system as a child and are now working in a role as a lived expert, please consider this unique paid fellowship opportunity. https://lnkd.in/ggzYP4EV

If you are a person with lived experience in the child welfare system seeking professional resources and a community to support you in navigating systems change consider applying for the National Leadership Circle. Through this paid fellowship, you will not only build a network and develop skills, but you will create a project that can be used to promote you professionally. I look forward to reviewing your applications.

It's time to shift towards a comprehensive approach that prioritizes keeping youth with their families and loved ones whenever possible. This means investing in in-home mental health services and providing the necessary support for caregivers. Many group home providers have already begun shifting their models towards in-home services, demonstrating that change is possible. Learn more from our founder and CEO Sixto Cancel via The Hill:

Celebrating the workiversary of 8 of our amazing coworkers! Your dedication and passion for supporting organizations that uplift families have been inspiring. Here's to continued success and impact! 

Many of our incredible Foster America fellows continue their work to transform the child welfare system long after their fellowship concludes. On the latest podcast from The Imprint News, Foster America fellowship alumna Allison Green of the National Association of Counsel for Children discusses the movement to provide legal representation for parents and children involved with the system — and its promising potential to reduce the number of children in foster care. https://lnkd.in/gcT_iE8Z

Today the U.S. House Committee on Ways & Means is holding a hear on Strengthening Child Welfare and Protecting America’s Children. I'm pleased to see the Committee call attention to important issues impacting child and family well-being and look forward to their discussion. Paris Hilton Rob Geen Tori Hope Petersen Alexis Mansfield #Congress #ChildWellbeing #ChildWelfare #RepRichardNeal #RepJasonSmith

There's still time to register for the next webinar in our alumni spotlight series! This spotlight features fellowship alumnus Takkeem Leon Morgan MBA, whose personal experience in foster care drives his efforts to change the child welfare system. Join us @ 12 p.m. Eastern this Friday to learn about his work as founder of LEAD, an organization led by and uplifting those with lived experience. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gDJiW4rm

We're so excited to welcome Gabrielle Garcia to the team as our Collaborative Design Specialist! 🌟

Don't miss the next webinar in our alumni spotlight series, featuring fellowship alum Takkeem Leon Morgan MBA, whose personal experience in foster care drives his efforts to change the child welfare system. Join us @ 12 p.m. Eastern next Friday to learn about his work as founder of LEAD, an organization led by and uplifting those with lived experience. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gDJiW4rm

Thank you to all who joined us for yesterday's Foster America Summit! Together with bold changemakers across the country, we are proving that a reality where every family thrives is not just a hope -- but a possibility. Missed the event? Watch the recording here: https://lnkd.in/g_XgM5ZE